Sopranos actor known for mobster roles dies aged 80
Veteran actor Vincent Pastore, best known for his role as Salvatore 'Big Pussy' Bonpensiero on The Sopranos, has passed away at age 80. Friends and colleagues remembered him as a kind-hearted individual who was deeply committed to his family and charitable work.
Why it matters
Pastore was a recognizable figure in American television and film, and his death marks the loss of a significant contributor to the 'Golden Age' of prestige cable drama.
<p>Vincent Pastore, a veteran actor who played mobsters and tough guys, and was best known for playing Salvatore 'Big Pussy' Bonpensiero on The Sopranos, has died at 80 years old.</p> <p>Bob McGowan, who had managed Pastore since his run on The Sopranos, told The Associated Press that he learned of his death Sunday from another client and actor on the show, Vincent Curatola.</p> <p>He said that he had been found in his home on New York’s City Island after not being heard from for a few days.</p> <p>McGowan said he’d been trying to reach Pastore about a possible job.</p> <p>"He was the most loyal client and he always gave to charity," McGowan said, "and he was the kind of guy who would help anybody, which is rare in my business."</p> <p>Michael Imperioli, a longtime friend and collaborator with Pastore, said on Instagram that it seemed as though he…
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